How to Be a Spy

In How to Be a Spy, author Daniel Nesquens and illustrator Mathias Sielfeld invite curious kids into the thrilling everyday world of espionage. This playful handbook proves that you don’t need a trench coat, a secret code, or high-tech gadgets, just sharp instincts and a sense of adventure to start. Through engaging illustrations and witty, down-to-earth advice, children learn how spies watch without being seen, leave clever clues, follow trails, break in (and out) of tricky places, and even understand secret messages hidden in plain sight. With scenarios that range from urban hideouts to wilderness stakes, each tip builds confidence while tickling the imagination. Perfect for kids around 7 to 11, this 64-page hardcover balances humor, curiosity, and mystery. Whether your young reader dreams of secret missions or just loves a good story, How to Be a Spy is a delightful, hands-on guide to observing more, thinking deeper, and believing that anyone can uncover secrets—if they’re paying at